Faeh Farms Build

The pool was cleaned and a new fence was constructed for safety.

The exterior was kept mostly the same, with wood siding throughout.

The kitchen is fitted with a well-equipped prep pantry, Italian cabinetry and a wood-look, leathered Quartzite island.

Dimensional tile lines the walls and the glass enclosure wraps the shower bench. A new skylight brings in natural light to the room, as it doesn’t have an exterior wall.

Custom cabinetry in the closet has grasscloth fronts. “That’s going back to the traditional midcentury vibe,” says Maziarski.

For the built-in bar, the white oak cabinetry frames the same quartzite slab that’s used at the island.

A gorgeous quartzite slab covers the custom white oak island, chosen to match up with the flagstone floors.

The entry is a spot to display the family’s love of art, including a pine cone sculpture by Floyd Elzinga, and paintings by David Thauberger and Allen Sapp.

Elevation of kitchen cabinetry

The backsplash tiles were imported from American manufacturer Heath Ceramics, in the Chalk-Gunmetal finish from the Classic Field line.

The home’s kitchen features dual Miele ovens, Thermador refrigerator and freezer, and Thermador induction cooktop. A feature wall clad in natural Carrara marble sits behind sliding cabinet uppers. Paola Lenti Heron counter stools in ‘verde scuro,’ coordinate with custom cabinet fronts, accented with Spinneybeck leather pulls.

Custom un-lacquered brass shelves with hidden lighting help to illuminate the kitchen's work surface. The Moroccan Zellige tile-clad hood is integrated into the backsplash for a more streamlined look.

Inside, rustic elements (like wood beams and whitewashed wood) nod to the structure’s former life, while walls of glass, black metal accents, and sleek furnishings give it a fresh, new look. After the renovation, the couple loved the guesthouse so much they decided to make it their full-time dwelling.

The patio extends the living space outside in warmer months and is connected to the interior via Marvin Modern Multi-Slide Doors and Marvin Modern Direct Glaze windows. A small path leads through the towering trees, directly to the lake.

Glazing on both sides of the home and an open floor plan allows for beautiful water and forest views throughout the living space.

“Living in a climate that experiences the highest of high temps and lowest of low temps, quality windows are so important,” says Heather. “We love that our home feels cozy all year long and the bright sun that shines inside year round, which makes us all happier people.”